LETS TALK COFFEE

Drinking the Bitter invention of satan

The word "coffee" entered English language in 1582 via Dutch koffie, borrowed from Turkish kahve, in turn borrowed from Arabic qahwa, a truncation of qahhwat al-bun 'wine of the bean'.

Espresso

Espresso is a strong black coffee made by forcing steam through dark-roast aromatic coffee beans at high pressure in an espresso machine.
A perfectly brewed espresso will have a thick, golden-brown crema (foam)

Espresso is the foundation for a wide variety of specialty coffee drinks, such as the cappuccino.

How to have it: Espresso should be taken either on its own or with a small teaspoon of sugar. Having it "short" means that it has less water and is therefore more concentrated, and "long" uses more water and does not taste as strong.

Give it a twist: Adding a dollop of steamed milk creates an espresso macchiato ("macchiato" means stained or marked). Topping an espresso with whipped cream makes it an espresso con panna. 

*Espresso corretto (which translates to "corrected") is made by adding a splash of grappa, cognac or sambuca. Yummy!

Cappuccino

This hugely popular coffee drink has become a staple that even the most common of corner coffee shops carries. A true cappuccino is a combination of equal parts espresso, steamed milk and milk froth.

How to have it: It is common to sprinkle your cappuccino froth with a bit of unsweetened cocoa powder or grated dark chocolate.

Give it a twist: Asking for your cap "scuro" (dark) means you want less milk than usual, while "chiaro" (light) means you want more. Iced cappuccino makes a great summer drink. 

*bourbon and baileys like to hang out  

Americano

An Americano is a single shot of espresso added to a cup of hot water. The name is thought to have originated as a bit of an insult to Americans, who had to dilute their espresso when it first gained popularity. Many coffee houses have perfected it, however, and the result has become a creamy, rich espresso-based coffee. 

How to have it: Many like to drink it as they would their regular brewed coffee, with milk and/or sugar, but connoisseurs suggest keeping milk to a minimum. 

*Adding Peppermint snaps sounds festive. 

Caffe Latte

A caffe latte is a single shot of espresso to three parts of steamed milk.

How to have it: Sugar your latte to taste and discover the wonderful world of dipping. Cookies, sponge-type cake slices and even fresh Italian bread can transform your coffee into a breakfast. 

*Nothing wrong with a little Baileys 

Caf au Lait

This traditional French drink is similar to a caffe latte except that it is made with brewed coffee instead of espresso, in a 1:1 ratio with steamed milk. It is considered a weaker form of caffe latte.

How to have it: Sugar to taste, and it is also great for dipping.

*Lets add Goldschlager and taste Christmas 

Caf Mocha (Mochachino)

This is a cappuccino or a caffe latte with chocolate syrup or powder added. There can be wide variations in exactly how this is prepared, so ask your coffee house how they do it before you order.

How to have it: Like your "cap," you can top it with cocoa powder or grated chocolate.

Give it a twist: Garnish with whipped cream.

* add peppermint flavor or Peppermint snaps and keep warm. 

Caramel Macchiato

This is another variation that is prepared in a number of ways by different coffee houses. The most common method is combining espresso, caramel and foamed milk, though some use steamed milk.

How to have it: You can add sugar, but taste it first, as it may be sweet enough as is.

Give it a twist: Drizzled with caramel sauce, of course. Highly addictive!!!

*patron cafe to make it exciting 

Lets talk Irish coffee 

Its is a cocktail consisting of hot coffee, Irish whiskey, and sugar (some recipes specify that brown sugar should be used), stirred, and topped with thick cream. The original recipe explicitly uses cream that has not been whipped, although drinks made with whipped cream are often sold as "Irish coffee".

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